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Saiz -- Peggy J. Garcia Saiz, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Carnuel, died December 2, 2002. She is survived by one brother, Alfonso Garcia; and three sisters, Beatrice Anaya and Benny Garcia of Albuquerque, and Lucinda Walyd of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A Rosary for Mrs. Garcia will be recited on Friday, December 6, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral Services will held on Saturday, December 7, 2002 at Holy Family Catholic Church on Atrisco Rd SW, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Fri December 06, 2002

Shaw -- Mark H. Shaw, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, November 30, 2002. He was born to Brad O. Shaw and Barbara Rae Shaw in Albuquerque. Mark was raised in Albuquerque graduating from Highland High School in 1962. He attended the University of New Mexico earning his BA in 1967 and Juris Doctor from UNM School of Law in 1969. Mark practiced law in Albuquerque for twelve years before moving to California where he presided as CEO of the United Church of Religious Science for nine years. He returned to New Mexico in 1991 to resume his law practice. Mark was a member of numerous professional associations including the American Bar Association, the State Bar of New Mexico, the Albuquerque Bar Association, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, and the Society for Non-Profit Corporations. He was also listed in Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in California, and Who's Who in the West and was listed in the International Directory of Biographies. A beloved husband, exemplary father, and loyal friend, Mark will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Roslyn Shaw; children, LCDR Daniel Paul Shaw, XO, USS McCampbell DDG85, Kathleen Ann Blakely, Brian Andrew Shaw, Rebecca Rae Kenny, and Amanda Leith Shaw, all of Albuquerque. Mark was the proud grandfather of� ten grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother and father, his older brother, Richard, and his niece, Deborah Ann Shaw. Mark made his transition after a valiant seven-year battle with cancer. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held Saturday, December 7, 2002, 1:00 p.m., at First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro NE. Flowers may be sent to the church. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Mark's name to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3150 Carlisle NE, Suite 35, Albuquerque, 87110-1678. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Though nothing can bring back the hour of glory in the flowers,of splendor in the grass, We will grieve not. Rather, finding strength in what remains behind.
        Published on: Fri December 06, 2002

Starks -- Ruth Jurgensen Starks, 80, died Friday, November 22, 2002 at Manor Care in Encinitas, CA. Ruth was born December 14, 1921 in Manhattan, KS and grew up in Albuquerque. After marrying, she lived in Oceanside and Carlsbad, CA for 52 years. She retired from Federal Civil Service at M.C.B. Camp Pendleton, CA. She was a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, the Republican National Committee and the U.N.M. Alumni Association. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Donald J. Jurgensen of Belen, NM in 1972 and Clifford R. Jurgensen of Albuquerque in 1994. She is survived by three daughters, Susan Whitten of College Station, TX, Patricia Steger of Escondido, CA and Elizabeth Meyer of Carlsbad, CA; three grandchildren, Delia, Tiffany and Kenton; one great-granddaughter, Dionne; and one sister, Doris Dunlap of Albuquerque. Private inurnment will take place Saturday, December 7, 2002 at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menual Blvd. NE in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of San Diego, 8514 Commerce Ave., S.D., CA 92121.
        Published on: Fri December 06, 2002

Szalczinger -- Catherine"Cathey" Ellen Mead Szalczinger, was born July 23, 1954 in Albuquerque and passed away Sunday, December 1, 2002. Cathey was, and always will be, a brilliant ray of sunshine and spiritual light for all of her family. She was nicknamed"Petunia", a special and fragile flower, by her siblings. Cathey attended Manzano High School in Albuquerque and Wasatch Academy in Utah. At Wasatch, she was elected Homecoming Queen. From a very young age, Cathey loved to swim, write and she had a great deal of creative talent. Cathey was a very kind and loving person, and always full of fun. She juggled home, work and raising her son while living in Virginia and after she moved back to Albuquerque. Cathey and Joe met in Albuquerque and were married in New York in May 1995. They had fun with their speedboat and spending a lot of time at the lake. Her life was further filled with her many pets, the latest being her dearest,"Munchie". Her parents, Bruce Bundy Mead and Margaret Shirley Mead preceded her in death. She will be truly missed by"Mom", Elizabeth Toth, and"Dad", Louis Toth of New York. Cathey is survived by her loving husband, Joseph and her wonderful son, Sean Staats of Virginia. Surviving also are her siblings, Martin Mead of Colorado, Judith Ann Mead and her partner, Howard Staap, Lee Vandevender and her husband, Walt, and Mary Margaret Petty and her husband, Ralph, of Roswell. Cathey has three nephews, Michael Mead, Matthew Mead and Ben Petty; and two nieces, Wendi Whitmore and Jennifer Petty. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, December 7, 2002, at 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m., at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens in Santa Fe. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Saturday, December 7, 2002, from 8:00 a.m. until time of service. Cathey will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She will always be Petunia.
        Published on: Fri December 06, 2002

Wright -- Essie Pearl Wright, 82, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2002. She is survived by her husband, Dr. William F. Wright, Sr. of Albuquerque; her son, Dr. William F. Wright, Jr. and wife, Phyllis of Hobbs, NM; her daughter, Teresa Clack and husband, Robert of Florissant, MO; and two grandchildren, John and Jenna Clack. She was born on March 5, 1920 to Matthew and Martha Frost and was raised in St. Bernice, Indiana.�Essie was the oldest of four children. She graduated from St. Bernice High School in 1938 and Terre Haute Business College in 1939. In the fall, Essie went to Olivet Nazarene College in Kankakee, Illinois, where she met Bill, her husband-to-be. She earned two bachelor degrees, a B.A. in English and a B.A. in Business, while serving initially as the college presidents secretary and later as Business Manager and Treasurer for the college.� She also taught classes at Olivet. Essie earned a master's degree in Business Administration from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. She taught business classes at Monon High School in Indiana from 1949 to 1952. In August of 1952, Essie and Bill moved to Albuquerque to start careers with the Albuquerque Public School system. Essie taught at Albuquerque High's Evening School and in the Business Department of the University of New Mexico. By 1960, Essie was committed to her role as a full-time mother and wife. After Bill Jr. and Teresa left for college, Essie devoted herself to the full-time service of others. She especially loved to care for the elderly who were confined to their homes. In 1972, Essie began volunteering at the Senior Meal Site at Harwood United Methodist Church.�The site later moved to the Church of Christ located on North Fourth Street. This program was taken over by the North Valley Senior Citizens Center in 1980, where Essie continued to volunteer. In the fall of 2000, she was honored for a total of 28 years of service to the North Valley Community. For over 50 years, Essie has been a member of Heights First Church of the Nazarene. She was also active in the WCTU.�Essie was an avid reader and writer. The Bible and devotionals daily guided her life. Having always put God first in her life, Essie's family takes great comfort in the knowledge that she is at home with the Lord she loved and served. Services will be held Saturday, December 7th, 11:00 a.m., at Heights First Church of the Nazarene, 8401 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Rev. William B. Nielson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
        Published on: Fri December 06, 2002

Blackhurst -- Aaron Alexander born in Novato, Ca on January 25, 1976, passed away on November 13, 2002. He is survived by his loving partner Lissa Rosen; and five month old son, Sehth Alexander. He is also survived by his father, Richard A. blackhurst; motheer, Donna B. Messic; grandparents, H. Richard Blackhurst and Amanda Fran Johnson. Aaron leaves behind a sister, Rhonda Baker and her daughter, Shene; aunts, Frances Toon, Honey Griswold, Elizabeth Blackhurst, and Fontaine Gregerson. Aaron was preceded in death by his grandfather, Johnson; and aunt, Nancy Blackhurst. Aaron was extremely loved by his nine cousins and will be missed greatly by all. A Memorial to celebrate his life and to reunite family will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2002, 4:00 p.m. at Park Plaza Condominiums, 1331 Park Ave. SW, Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place.
        Published on: Thu December 05, 2002

Burns -- Preston Edward Burns, 18, of Albuquerque, died November 28, 2002. Born in Albuquerque on October 18, 1984, Preston is survived by his loving and caring mother, Susan (Suzi) Burns; and his"Auntie B", Barbara Grothus, both of Albuquerque; uncles and aunts, Tom Grothus and Wendy Slotboom of Seattle, WA and Mike and Heidi Grothus and their children, Casey and Michelle (MEG) of Niwot, CO;"Poppa and Grandma," Ed and Margaret Grothus of Los Alamos, NM; grandmother, Ruth Davis and family of Wilmington, NC; and many members of his extended family. He was preceded in death by uncle, Ted Grothus. The family wishes to express deepest gratitude to Preston's longtime mentor, Bill Bordone, of Wise Men, Wise Women, for his unswerving ten-year dedication to Preston. We also wish to acknowledge Leslie and Randy Bush for their commitment to his recent successes. Services will be held Saturday, December 7, 2002, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Friends are encouraged to bring their memories to share with his family. A reception will follow at the Rio Grande Cantina, 901 Rio Grande NW. Graveside Services and interment will be held at 3:30 p.m., Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos. A reception following the burial will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Preston's name be made to the Albuquerque Community Foundation, 3301 Menaul NE, 87107. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu December 05, 2002

Carrillo -- Rudolfo"Rudy" Carrillo, September 9, 1926 - December 2, 2002. Rudy, 76, a devout Roman Catholic, left this life to be with God on December 2, 2002. Rudy was a native New Mexican and WWII Veteran, serving in the United States Navy in the Pacific Theatre, 1942-45. Rudy was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Trujillo Carrillo; father and mother, Albino Carrillo and Ester Nevarez Carrillo; brothers, Joe and Albino; and sisters, Deborah and Corrine. Survivors include two sons, Albino Carrillo of Saint Paul, MN, and Rudy Carrillo of Albuquerque; one daughter, Yesela M. Carrillo, MD of Nashville, TN; two grandchildren, Kiara and Cruz; and many cousins and nieces; sisters, Cuca Gilliland of Redlands, CA and Dolores Rede of Las Cruces, NM. Rudy Carrillo was a graduate of Las Cruces High School and of New Mexico A&M College. After proudly serving his country, he spent much of his adult life in politics, running successfully for political office in the late 1950's and early 1960's. He was the County Clerk in Dona Ana County, and later a State Representative. He was the director of Urban Renewal in Gallup, NM. Later in life, Rudy became a successful insurance salesman while keeping up with local and state politics from his home in Albuquerque. Rudy was well known in New Mexico State Democratic circles, and worked with both lobbyists and politicians, even as he got older. Rudy will be remembered for his winning smile, charm, his way with words, and his perseverance in the face of all adversity, he never gave up. He was a truly wonderful man. A Mass and Memorial Service will be held at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 14, 2002. Cemetery is located at 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu December 05, 2002

Clark -- Elizabeth Joan Wilson Clark, 73, born in El Paso, TX, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, passed away on November 27, 2002. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert A. Clark,"Grandad," who passed away in December 2001. Joan is survived by her children, Denise Sprague, Robert Clark, Christi Hatch and Julie Clark; grandchildren, Nathan, Bonnie and Joel Sprague, Jesse, Cameron, Candace and Christan Hatch, Breanna, Nicole, Michael and Sean Sly; great grandchildren, Tyler Matthew and Megan Sprague, Jamie Hatch; brother, John M. Wilson, Jr. Her joy was her family. She devoted her life to the service of her family and many others. Joan was a woman of faith who taught her family to love the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a woman of refinement who gave her children and grandchildren a love for music and the arts. Joan was affectionately known as"Gammy" by those who cherished her association. Gammy and Grandad are together again! Gammy is parted from us briefly, but death has not separated us. Services will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taylor Ranch Chapel, 6009 Kachina NW with Bishop Daniel W. Lewis, officiating. Friends may visit at the Church on Saturday from 12:00 p.m. until time of service. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery, Rio Rancho, NM. French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Thu December 05, 2002

Courtin -- Hazel Elizabeth Courtin, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died peacefully on November 21 after a long illness. An only child, she was born to Nettie and Ralph McCall on December 10, 1919 in St. Louis, MO, and grew up there. Hazel is survived by her husband of 37 years, James Courtin, two daughters; Crystal Menefee of Santa Fe and Judy Petre of Jacomba, CA, son; Joseph Phillips of Murrieta, CA, two step-sons; Thomas Courtin of Albuquerque and Roderick Courtin of Phoenix, AZ, two step-daughters; Teri Boggess of Hanford, CA, and Connie Cooke of Fullerton, CA. Hazel retired from A & A Insurance Co. in 1981. She was a member of Edelweiss AM Rio Grande German American Club for 36 years. Cremation has taken place. Hazel�s remains will be interred in her mother�s grave at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends and family will gather at Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 7, 2002 to pay their respects. Following the remembrance, friends, relatives and Edelweiss Members are invited to gather at the Club at 4817 Menaul, NE, not to mourn, but to celebrate her life and the many years that she spent with us. �fcASPEN FUNERAL ALTERNATIVES 1935 JUAN TABO NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 871112 (505) 323-9000
        Published on: Thu December 05, 2002